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Job Number 711787BR
Description:The Manufacturing Engineer for Electric Cable Builds designs, optimizes manufacturing processes for cable, wire harness, and cable assembly production. Acting as the primary technical liaison between Engineering and Production, you will ensure efficient, cost effective, and high quality manufacturing of electrical cable systems supporting the FBM Program
Key Responsibilities
Process & Layout Development
• Create and maintain detailed work instructions, process specifications, and Bill of Materials (BOMs) from engineering drawings and schematics.
• Design and implement safe, efficient production layouts and assembly workflows for cable and harness builds.
• Specify, source, qualify, and maintain specialized tooling (e.g., automated cutters, crimpers, heat shrink equipment, test fixtures).
Production Support & Continuous Improvement
• Provide hands on technical support on the shop floor, troubleshooting wiring, component installation, crimping, soldering, and testing issues.
• Lead Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCA) investigations for recurring defects and non conformances.
• Collaborate with Quality, Test, and Supply Chain teams to define inspection criteria and test requirements, integrating them into the production plan.
Documentation, Tooling & Training
• Manage and update all manufacturing documentation in line with design changes and configuration control.
• Develop and deliver training for fabricators and production staff on new or revised assembly processes.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by creating manufacturability plans, conducting pilot builds, and ensuring design for manufacture (DFM) compliance
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication-able to translate technical concepts across disciplines.
• Ability to work autonomously and work with cross functional teams.
• You will need to be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance to support this government contract. No clearance is required to apply. An interim Secret clearance is required prior to start
Desired Skills:
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Lean Manufacturing certification.
• Experience with automated assembly equipment and robotics integration.
• Knowledge of IPC/ANSI wiring standards and aerospace specification (e.g., MIL STD 1472)
• In depth knowledge of cable/connector standards, crimping, soldering, and wire preparation techniques.
• Familiarity with high voltage or specialty cables (e.g., fiber optic, shielded, aerospace grade).
• Proficiency with CAD/PDMS, MS Office, and preferably ERP/MRP systems (e.g., MES, SAP, Oracle).
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
Description:The Manufacturing Engineer for Electric Cable Builds designs, optimizes manufacturing processes for cable, wire harness, and cable assembly production. Acting as the primary technical liaison between Engineering and Production, you will ensure efficient, cost effective, and high quality manufacturing of electrical cable systems supporting the FBM Program
Key Responsibilities
Process & Layout Development
• Create and maintain detailed work instructions, process specifications, and Bill of Materials (BOMs) from engineering drawings and schematics.
• Design and implement safe, efficient production layouts and assembly workflows for cable and harness builds.
• Specify, source, qualify, and maintain specialized tooling (e.g., automated cutters, crimpers, heat shrink equipment, test fixtures).
Production Support & Continuous Improvement
• Provide hands on technical support on the shop floor, troubleshooting wiring, component installation, crimping, soldering, and testing issues.
• Lead Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCA) investigations for recurring defects and non conformances.
• Collaborate with Quality, Test, and Supply Chain teams to define inspection criteria and test requirements, integrating them into the production plan.
Documentation, Tooling & Training
• Manage and update all manufacturing documentation in line with design changes and configuration control.
• Develop and deliver training for fabricators and production staff on new or revised assembly processes.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by creating manufacturability plans, conducting pilot builds, and ensuring design for manufacture (DFM) compliance
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and mechanical drawings.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication-able to translate technical concepts across disciplines.
• Ability to work autonomously and work with cross functional teams.
• You will need to be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance to support this government contract. No clearance is required to apply. An interim Secret clearance is required prior to start
Desired Skills:
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Lean Manufacturing certification.
• Experience with automated assembly equipment and robotics integration.
• Knowledge of IPC/ANSI wiring standards and aerospace specification (e.g., MIL STD 1472)
• In depth knowledge of cable/connector standards, crimping, soldering, and wire preparation techniques.
• Familiarity with high voltage or specialty cables (e.g., fiber optic, shielded, aerospace grade).
• Proficiency with CAD/PDMS, MS Office, and preferably ERP/MRP systems (e.g., MES, SAP, Oracle).
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.
With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.
If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Experienced Professional
Business Unit: SPACE
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First
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